Title: Grounds Assistant
Department: Gameday Operations
FLSA Status: Non-exempt/Seasonal
Part time March-September
Reports To: Director, Grounds
Summary:
Grounds assistants help with preparation and maintenance of the playing field for Omaha Storm Chasers events.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of the playing field including, but is not limited to turf (mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, over-seeding, discovery/control of weeds, insects, and diseases) and dirt (infield skin, baselines, home plate, pitcher’s mound, bullpens, warning track)
- Assist with the preparation of the playing field for pre-game batting practice by setting up cage, screens, mats, and protective field covers
- Assist with preparation of the playing field for game use by grooming field, chalking base path foul lines, painting outfield foul lines, marking coaching boxes
- Assist with maintaining all turf and landscaped areas in and outside the stadium grounds
- Assist with tarp pulls as directed
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
- Prior turf maintenance or grounds keeping experience preferred
- Must be willing to submit to a background screen; any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screen
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; work with a sense of urgency
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability and willingness to work at least 50% of events at Werner Park, including nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions including; cold, wind, rain and heat
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
